Digital 52 3️⃣7️⃣ - On creating a wellness and well-being-focused coworking space, learning the hard way (sometimes), and creating a grounding and positive space: the story of Werklab.
Let's embark on a journey to Vancouver, a vibrant city located on Canada's west coast. Our final destination? Werklab, a visionary coworking space that has been championing wellness and well-being in the workplace since 2016.
Community Curation - Learning by doing - Wellness and Wellbeing
Read the full story of Werklab on page 198 of “Around The World in 250 Coworking Spaces”.
How well do you feel while at work? It's a deceptively simple question with a complex answer. The pandemic has shed light on our often unhealthy relationship with work. We find ourselves constantly engaged in work-related activities, whether in the office, on the commute, or even at home—working from the living room, in bed, or on the sofa. Opportunities to work are abundant, but at what cost? As humans, we have unwittingly prioritized work to the detriment of our overall well-being.
So, how can we shift this narrative and cultivate a healthier relationship with work? The answer lies in creating spaces that foster well-being and go beyond mere work. One shining example can be found in Vancouver, where a remarkable coworking space has been at the forefront of advocating for wellness not only within the workplace but also in our relationship with work itself. Led by Christina Deisler and her dedicated team, Werklab has reimagined the concept of a positive workplace.
Join us as we dive deeper into the transformative journey of Werklab, where they have crafted a beautiful narrative that challenges conventional notions of work and embraces a holistic approach. Scroll down to discover how Werklab has successfully woven well-being into the very fabric of their space and revolutionized our perception of work.
➡️ A little refresher
Who’s behind the featured space?
Meet Christina Deisler, the Founder of Werklab.
As to why Christina decided to open a coworking space, she told us: “With a background in HR and organizational coaching, it has always been my greatest passion to support others in connecting to themselves in order to align to reaching their goals, dreams, and expansive potential. I wanted to support those who didn't fit into the linear corporate path in the growth of the entrepreneurial pursuits.”
➡️ Key Figures
- Opening year: 2016
- Size when they started: 1,600 sqm
- Size today: 1,600 sqm
➡️ A little tour around Werklab
➡️ Behind-the-scenes
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